2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Meriva | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
